Join us for an in-depth conversation about her powerful story, "A Human Stain," which won the 2018 Nebula Award for Best Novelette. It was also a selection for the Best Horror of the Year anthology.
GOOD BAD GUYS: THE PSYCHOGEOGRAPHY OF CRIME FICTION WITH GABINO IGLESIAS
10:00 — 11:00 A.M. CST
In this session we will shatter preconceived notions about crime and criminals and move away from formulaic storytelling and character tropes by exploring the role of geography, culture, and socioeconomic status as well as understanding the lasting psychological impact of poverty, colonialism, and gentrification.
Sex and erotica have always been compelling companions to horror—learn how to write boundary-breaking fiction and where to submit it (no pun intended).
Literature is full of horror. It creeps into every section of the library from romance to westerns to nonfiction to children's lit. Let's talk about how horror has influenced us—and taught us—even when we weren't reading horror.
How to create and establish a believable setting in fiction and games. If you’re writing supernatural horror, fantasy or science fiction, grounding your story in believable details is critical to “sell” your reader on the speculative elements of your narrative. One way to do this is through excellent world building. In this workshop, students will learn how to create and establish a richly believable world for their fiction that engages and immerses readers.